South American Architecture Offers Tenants a Unique, Low-Rise Luxury Living Experience

Sales have launched at Corte, a new luxury condominium with an emphasis on outdoor space that is located at 21-30 44^th Drive in Long Island City’s Court Square neighborhood. As a nod to the project’s Argentinian roots and Buenos Aires’ signature low-rise buildings, the 85-unit building stands just eight stories high and extends 250 feet long. Designed with expansive terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows, residents at Corte have panoramic, unobstructed Manhattan views.

Studio- to three-bedroom homes at Corte range in price from the mid-$500,000s to $3 million and move-ins will begin in summer 2019. Leading Long Island City brokerage firm Modern Spaces will exclusively handle marketing and sales for Corte. The mixed-use project also features 16,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space, which will further enhance the neighborhood’s blossoming streetscape. National retail specialists Winick Realty Group will handle the retail leasing.

“Corte’s outdoor space is exceptionally activated, as the building’s height eliminates wind issues often seen in sky scrapers, and the uneven stacking eliminates the need for adjoining condominium terraces, offering residents privacy and exceptional New York City views,” said Eric Benaim, founder and CEO of Modern Spaces. “Corte was designed as an easy choice for prospective residents, and with the abundant nearby cultural, lifestyle and food and beverage offerings matched with the unbeatable location, it surely will be. The Court Square neighborhood of Long Island City has become one of New York City’s most in-demand real estate destinations.”

 Planet Partners, a South American real estate development company, purchased the site and originated the project, setting into motion a joint venture with SK Development, CB Developers and Ironstate Development (CBSK Ironstate) to co-develop a modern project with a low-rise design, a departure from the area’s typical high-rise buildings.

“Corte’s South American design influence elevates and sets the building apart from other nearby residential developments,” said Scott Shnay on behalf of CBSK Ironstate. “We were determined to create a one-of-a-kind luxury living experience in Long Island City, without compromising New York City views and a close community feel. It’s an honor to be able to contribute to LIC’s flourishing real estate landscape with a building that will diversify and benefit the local community.”

A collaboration between Tristan Dieguez and Axel Fridman of Argentinian-based firm, Dieguez Fridman Arquitectos & Asociados, and New York-based firm, Beyer Blinder Belle, Corte’s façade is characterized by its sleek, modern design. The floor-to-ceiling Wicona-Italian glass curtain walls reflect neighboring buildings, honoring the local architecture while adding a distinctly Argentinian style to the building’s individualistic appearance. The asymmetrical design breaks up the typical long, flat exterior surface by ‘cutting’ diagonal lines with jewel box-style units and spacious terraces that jut from the building, adding the luxury of unobscured views of the Manhattan skyline. 

Residences at Corte are appointed with high ceilings, hardwood floors and in-unit washer and dryers. Gourmet kitchens feature Miele appliances, including marble-clad countertops, waterfall islands and wood cabinetry, offering Manhattan-level finishes in the bustling yet intimate neighborhood.

Designed to make urban living simple, sophisticated and inspiring, the development will feature an extensive amenity package, including a 24-hour concierge, a fully-equipped fitness center and a resident’s lounge, which opens to an outdoor courtyard that is anchored by a mature tree. Additionally, a 250-square-foot shared roof deck extends the entire length of the building and features landscaped gardens, private cabanas for sale, a Bocce Ball court, outdoor showers and BBQ grilling stations. Additional amenities include storage for tenants, a children’s playroom, stroller parking, bike storage, a pet wash and for-sale parking.

Corte’s Long Island City location was chosen for the Court Square neighborhood’s authenticity, unmatched city views and abundant artistic, cultural and culinary offerings. The development is located between 21^st and 23^rd Street, just steps from the Court Square and 23^rd Street subway stops, making public transportation highly accessible via the E,F,G,M,N,R,Q and 7 subway lines and the nearby Long Island Rail Road. Deemed one of New York City’s most vibrant neighborhoods, Corte is situated near multiple schools, including the Information Technology High School, CUNY School of Law and Queen’s Paideia School; several artistic and cultural attractions like MoMA PS1, SculptureCenter, Chocolate Factory Theater; public parks, including Gantry Plaza State Park, Hunter’s Point South Park and John F. Murray Playground; and trendy shopping spots like LIC Flea & Food, Book Culture L.I.C. and Just Things. 

About CBSK Ironstate:

Development partners Charles Blaichman; Abram and Scott Shnay; and Michael and David Barry collectively have over 100 years of experience in the fields of development, construction and property ownership and management in New York City and New Jersey real estate. Their portfolio includes some of the area’s most admired and notable condominium and rental developments. The partners have established themselves as leaders in the industry and have a strong commitment to design excellence and quality construction. This commitment is evidenced in such acclaimed developments as 173/176 Perry Street, The Urban Glass House at 330 Spring Street, and The W Hotel and Residences and The Shipyard, both in Hoboken. Current projects include The Pod Hotel - Brooklyn, The Lindley (591 Third Avenue) and 363 Lafayette Street.

About Planet Partners:

Planet Partners is a real estate development company focused on the creation of spaces, always seeking to improve the value proposition and the lives of people, communities and our cities. Our experience includes all phases associated with real estate development: search and acquisition of land, accounting and legal structuring, financial planning, product design, management and marketing, with the advice of specialized firms in each of the stages. Planet Partners is reinforced by the experience and dynamism of a team with diverse experience in the industry. Our portfolio includes residential, office and retail developments in Argentina, Uruguay and the United States. For more information about Planet Partners, please visit http://www.planetpartners.co/.

About Modern Spaces:

Modern Spaces is an independently-owned real estate brokerage company that specializes in residential and commercial sales and leasing as well as project development and marketing in New York City. Founded by Eric Benaim on the principles of customer service, community involvement and dedicated industry expertise, Modern Spaces' agents are trained to provide their clients with absolute support, guidance and commitment from beginning to end of every real estate transaction. For more information about Modern Spaces, please visit www.modernspacesnyc.com.